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Tips Clothing - If you have a child who is very self-conscious about their clothes, think about only buying a few items before school starts. They will probably feel better about their clothing if they buy it after they see what they other kids are wearing. Manners - If you can afford it, take your children out to a restaurant a few times a year. It is a good opportunity to teach them good manners and etiquette. One of the more economical restaurants for families is one that serves Mexican food. You can often buy just a few meals, and then divide them up. You can use the free chips for dips with the refried beans, or wrap them in soft tortillas to make burritos. Most meals also come with 2 entrees- which you can also split up. The one thing you don't want to skimp on is the tip. Explain to your children why you are leaving it- and help them to realize that you are remembering and helping the family of the person who served you. Toilet Paper - If you have little kids, be sure and smash down the roll of toilet paper before you put it on the holder. This will keep your kids from spinning it round and round... just for the fun of it. Vegetables - If you have trouble getting your children to eat their vegetables, and are getting frustrated throwing away food, here is a tip for you. Try slipping some of them in foods they like. For example, when you fry hamburger, put in some chopped broccoli.

 

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